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Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Shells (serves 4)
Inspired by a recipe found here.

Italian food is tasty, comforting, and very filling. However, it is not always filled with as much nutritious content as it could be. This recipe puts a spin on the classic cheesy, saucy stuffed shell that is a staple in Italian cuisine. With lean ground turkey and spinach adding protein and flavor, these stuffed shells are sure to leave you not feeling guilty about dishing up seconds. What more could you ask for?

Ingredients:

1 jar marinara sauce

3/4 lbs. ground turkey

1 package frozen spinach

15 oz container of reduced-fat ricotta cheese

4 oz mozzarella cheese (shredded)

1/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated)

1 egg

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

1/2 tsp dried parsley

1/2 tbsp fresh basil (minced)

1 box jumbo shell pasta

Cook the pasta according to directions on the box. Rinse and put in cold water. Saute the ground turkey until cooked (about 5-10 minutes) and season with salt and pepper.

Thaw the spinach and preheat the oven to 350F. Pour a layer of marina into the bottom of a baking dish. Mix ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and egg until well combined. Add salt and pepper, basil and parsley and mix well. Add ground turkey and spinach to mixture, mix well.

Fill each shell with a few tablespoons of filling and place in baking dish. Cover your shells with a layer of marinara and cover the baking dish with foil.

Bake at 350F until bubbling at the edges (about 30-40 minutes). Enjoy!